Erythropoietin (EPO) and Red Blood Cell Production: How It Works
The RBC production is regulated by the hormone erythropoietin (EPO). EPO is a hormone produced by the kidneys in response to decreased oxygen levels in the blood. It stimulates the bone marrow to produce more red blood cells, which carry oxygen to the body's tissues.Hormonal Disorders - Related Articles
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